Name of List being evaluated: VENOUS Promotes communication for I.V. therapy nurses, other interested professionals are welcome.
Authority, sponsorship, intended audience.
Sponsored by Oregon Health Sciences University, informational website also available. Introductory note from list manager states, "at a time of downsizing and cost containment it becomes imperative to maintain health care quality. We hope to increase our effectiveness in I.V. therapy by mutual support and communication."
Accuracy.
Queries are answered within 24 hours, and name and title/authority of respondent is given.
Objectivity.
Site is primarily collegial, however, much technical information is shared and substantive references to products and techniques are frequently cited in posts.
Frequency and usage.
Average 15-30 posts per day, several continuing threads.
How to subscribe.
Subscription address: Majordomo@ohsu.edu
Body of message: subscribe venous your name
Continuing Education.
Conferences and articles appear frequently on this list. Discussions include techniques for various types of lines, success with various types of products, settings, patient tolerance, and quality improvement monitoring.
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